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Solo Staycation Ideas For A Relaxing Weekend At Home

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Having a few solo staycation ideas for a relaxing weekend at home can be helpful when life gets crazy.

Because while we can all use a little vacation, sometimes it’s just not possible to leave town. Whether you’re facing travel restrictions, budget issues or just a lack of time, travel just isn’t always in the cards.

The good news:

You don’t need to leave your house to experience the revitalization and rejuvenation that travel awards us.

Not sure what to do on a staycation, or need a little inspiration for your solo weekend “away”?

This guide can help!

Keep reading for the perfect itinerary for a relaxing weekend of fun stay-at-home activities, with creative staycation tips included!

And here is something to add to your list of ultimate staycation ideas:

You can treat yourself to a little turn-down service and place some mini chocolates on your pillows — just make sure to eat them or take them off the bed before you fall asleep — or learn how to fold a cruise ship-worthy towel animal with the help of YouTube!

Friday Afternoon Staycation Itinerary

Pour yourself a welcome drink

You know those fancy cocktails certain resorts and hotels hand you at check-in?

Well, who says you can’t make one for yourself?

Start your staycation off on the right foot by shaking up a cocktail that is themed to your “destination” of choice.

Here are a few stay at home vacation ideas for cocktails:

If you’re going for a Caribbean feel, a mojito will put you right on island time.

On the other hand, a hot toddy will get you nice and cozy for a little apres ski — without any actual skiing.

Or if the weather is nice, enjoy an Aperol spritz in your backyard — or just near an open window — to bring in the Italian vibes.

Sites like The Chef & The Dish offer online cooking classes you can take with step-by-step instructions for meals from around the world. If you’re looking for things to do at home that spark curiosity, this is definitely one of them!

Fun Stay At Home Activities For Saturday Afternoon

Go on a yoga retreat in your living room

Many resorts, regardless of their location, now offer yoga classes to guests for maximum relaxation. Your staycation “resort” should, too.

Spend the afternoon perfecting your downward dog through any one of the 1500+ classes available on YogaDownload.

For deep relaxation and self-reflection, go for a yin yoga class or meditation session. Some of YogaDownload’s classes are even set in the great outdoors, so you can immerse yourself in new surroundings from the comfort of your own home.

Another option for the perfect staycation?

Download an audio class and play it while watching video footage of your destination of choice and imagine you’re taking the class on the beach or in a cozy mountain cabin.

What To Do On A Staycation On Saturday Night

Order delivery from a local restaurant you’ve never tried before

One of the best parts of traveling is visiting local restaurants and getting a taste of your destination’s cuisine.

A staycation is one of the best times to try out some local eateries you’ve been meaning to cross off your list and get a fresh culinary perspective on your city.

Check out a new place — perhaps one that specializes in the cuisine of your destination of choice — and see if they offer delivery.

Before your food arrives, give your table a restaurant-style setting — maybe even break out that tablecloth you never use — pour yourself a drink, and get some mellow music going for the full experience of dining out while you stay in.

Retire to the “lounge” for travel game night

Talk about fun stay at home activities!

Whether it’s an actual living room or just the couch between your kitchen and bed in your studio apartment, spend the night lounging with an after-dinner drink and dreaming of new destinations with some of the best travel games for adults.

From building ancient civilizations to travel trivia quizzes, a game is a great way to immerse yourself in an activity and take yourself out of your current setting.

Looking for a gaming partner?

Call up a friend or two and play through a video conferencing service like Zoom or FaceTime.

A Perfect Staycation Itinerary For Sunday Afternoon

Catch a virtual matinee

If a trip to the theater or concert hall is a big part of the travel experience for you, great news:

Many theater companies and orchestras around the world make it easy to vacation at home by sharing some of their best performances online and on-demand, offering truly great Netflix and chill alternatives for travelers. That list has numerous fun and quick staycation ideas to add to this itinerary, too.

Streaming platform BroadwayHD is home to tons of filmed musicals, plays, operas, dance performances, and concerts from around the world.

For an even more tailored experience, check with the arts organizations in your destination of choice to see if they’re streaming any performances online.

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2 Comments

Karenon April 25, 2020 at 9:45 am

These are great ideas. There are some great resources listed that I’m going to check out. Perfect for these days at home.

I’ve been bingewatching a lot of films and also finished 2 KDramas. At the same time, I find solace in fangirling over The Beatles and BTS while on quarantine. I guess it is my way of coping up lol. Great post 😀

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